How to Recognize Drunk Drivers to Avoid a San Diego Auto Accident
Being involved in an auto accident caused by a drunk driver can not only be frightening, but incredibly dangerous to all involved as well. Often, such accidents occur with little to no warning and leave victims with no chance to respond or prevent the accident. However, there are signs that every San Diego driver should be aware of in order to identify a drunk driver and avoid a San Diego car accident, and also alert the authorities.
Be aware of these telltale signs of a drunk driver:
- Drifting – Moving in a generally straight line, but at slight angle to lane, going back and forth in boundaries of lane or into another lane.
- Weaving – Vehicle repeatedly moves from side to side in a lane and enters and re-enters various other lanes.
- Abnormally Wide Turning Radius – Drifts wide into another lane while turning, a common cause of crashes.
- Swerving – Vehicle nearly strikes another car or object, turning at the last moment to avoid collision.
- Speed and Braking Problems – Driver stops abruptly, too far short of limit line, beyond limit line, or rapidly and inappropriately accelerates or decelerates.
- Driving on an Undesignated Roadway – Vehicle drives on edge of roadway, on the shoulder, through the turn-only lane, or off the road completely.
- Illegal Turning – Driver may turn too fast, making sudden corrections during the turn or from a non-turning lane.
- Driving into Opposing Traffic – Vehicle heads into opposing or crossing traffic.
- Impaired Appearance of Driver – The driver may by slouching, staring straight ahead with fixed eyes, have his or her face close to the windshield, and/or gripping the wheel tightly.
While spotting such signs can help avoid a car accident, it is impossible to be completely safe from the negligent actions of other drivers. The San Diego drunk driving victim lawyers at The Jurewitz Law Group can help you win compensation for the losses caused by a driver’s reckless actions. Call us today at (888) 233-5020 for a free consultation on your case.
